About Milton J.

I've been teaching guitar for over four years. I've previously been a part of two bands during my formative years and recently have been a session guitar player for four upcoming indie rock, alternative, and R&B/Soul albums. For children and beginners, I use the Mel Bay publication Children's Guitar Chord Book as well as Hal Leonard's Guitar Method series. I also apply basic music theory that includes learning the Circle of Fifths and basic reading of sheet music.

For intermediate guitar players, I utilize the Hal Leonard Guitar Method series to teach Power Chord Formation and Delivery, Fingerpicking, Pentatonic Scales, Reading Tabulature, and tackling some of classic rock and jazz's favorite tunes.

For guitar lessons at my studio, I leverage Guitar Pro to project and display tabs and play-alongs with ease. For in-home lessons, I use the software for select lessons as we begin song selection and play-alongs.

I can't wait to rock out with you as you find your inner ...

About Milton

Hey there, everyone!

My name is Milton Carl Jackson II and I teach vocal, guitar, piano, and musical theatre lessons in the Inland Empire area.

I help those young, middle-aged, and not-as-young tap into their own soul through music so that they may help others find theirs as well. I believe that in order to entertain others with your voice or your instrument, one must first be able to entertain oneself - all the while having fun doing it! As a recent graduate of the University of California, Davis with a double major in Music History & Ethnomusicology and African-American & African Studies; a former co-host of the popular hip-hop radio show ATF Radio: All Things Fresh on KDVS 90.3 FM; a former Music Director of The Afterglow of UC Davis; and a recent graduate of American University with a Master's of Education in Business Education

, I have come in contact and learned from a vast amount of different musicians and educators. A classically-trained bass-baritone with roots in R&B, Soul, Rock, Pop, and Jazz, I have aspirations to help each and every student realize their full musical potential.

If you're looking for a teacher who will motivate and inspire you not only to learn your instrument of choice, but also how to perform it (whether on the big stage or in your living room for the family) and record it as well, I'm the perfect teacher for you. Learning to sing, play, and act beautifully doesn't have to be difficult -- we'll work on finding your voice or your style, all while having fun along the way!

I teach in-studio, in-home, and online lessons, so we can be flexible with the lesson type and schedule!

This is a perfect chance for you or your child who can't stop singing around the house or has dreams of shredding on the guitar or twinkling on the ivories to learn the fundamentals of music, start something new that keeps them or you focused, and have fun while doing it!

Feel free to contact me at show contact info for any questions and check out my student reviews and qualifications.

I look forward to meeting you and accompanying you or your child on your musical journey!!

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Reviews

Jason January 10, 2018·Singing·In home

So far, so good. It was an incredibly eye-opening experience! I'm super pumped for the next lesson!

Caleb July 10, 2017·Singing·Online

Milton is a very professional voice coach. He takes his time to explain everything and he knows what he is talking about!

christina S. July 10, 2017·Singing·Online

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Milton J.

Corona, CA 92879

(27)

starting at

$35
/ 30-min

About Luke T.

I have been playing guitar for over 20 years and have been teaching nearly as long. I have a passion for music and for sharing it with others. I grew up playing rock and funk and studied jazz and classical guitar in college. Since graduating, I have worked as a guitarist playing in bands, doing recording sessions, composing, and teaching. I can teach you just about anything you want to learn and want music to be fun for you while you learn! What do you want to learn? Send me a message or schedule a lesson now.

About Luke

*** Travel Equipment ***I will bring my own instruments and an amplifier. Students are expected to provide their own instrument, amplifier (for electric), a music stand, and a place where we can study without distractions and interruptions.

Reviews

Chris April 3, 2016·Guitar·In studio

I've studied with Luke for a little over a year and my playing and understanding of jazz concepts has improved tremendously. I'm primarily a rock and blues player but Luke has been able to stretch my playing out side of my rock/blues box and introduce some very cool techniques and ideas to add real interest and flavor to my playing. It's been a pure pleasure!

Shawn March 10, 2016·Bass Guitar·In studio

Great teacher! He makes it so easy to learn!

Henry March 10, 2016·Guitar·In home

Luke is the best guitar instructor I've ever had. He caters to my learning style very well, which is to learn just the stuff that "works" in a real life setting. His insight has made my sound 10x better and has given me a great framework for improvement (Even my band mates have noticed a difference with my playing). He also has a keen sense of where my own guitar playing issues stem from and knows what needs to be done to address them. For example, he could tell that I was gripping the strings too hard with my fingers and it would make the sound harsh.

I highly recommend Luke if you are looking to improve your sound

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Luke T.

Chino Hills, CA 91709

(6)

starting at

$50
/ 45-min

About Omar G.

I've been teaching music for 15 yrs on guitar, piano, bass, cello and bass. My students have ranged from from 5yrs to 75yrs of age. I have seen many student go on to join orchestras, bands, broadway shows or simply continued their education to a university or college. Being able to read music profeciently has given me the opportunity to teach off many method books but like to use Alfred Method, Mel Bay and Frederick Noad Method books. I teach many styles ranging from classical, jazz & blues, rock, contemporary and pop. I do stress and recommend all my students to learn how to read music and usually by our second or third lesson they will playing simple songs. I am here to help you make music!

About OMAR

Knowing that you are looking for a instructor to teach you music puts a smile on my face. You see, music has been a part of my life since the age of 3. Some of my first memories are of me accompanying my father at home with his rehearsals or just singing together to have fun as a family. I believe music is a gift that unites people together bringing out our deepest emotions that words cannot express. At the age of 5 I received an organ and from that point on I embarked on a long life journey to indulge and learn more about music. In elementary, junior high and high school I was involved in any subject dealing with music. I joined school choirs, orchestras, bands, marching bands, jazz bands, musicals you name it. While enjoying all school music activities I was selected to join in honor county and state orchestras and choirs. In junior h

igh and high school I was selected to play for the Junior Pacific Symphony Orchestra, received scholarships to music summer camps, and was selected musician of the year. In college my quest continued with the Orange Coast College Orchestra, Praise Symphony Orchestra, Vanguard University Orchestra as well as guitar ensembles and college choir groups. I've also taken private lessons from Dr. Art David (Julliard graduate) in stand up bass as well as David Black (Pacific Symphony Orchestra) and classical guitar with Richard Glenn and David Murray. I've been teaching now for 15 years in guitar, classical guitar, bass guitar, stand up bass, cello, piano and voice ranging from 5 yr old to 65 yr old. My styles of music range from classical, jazz, rock, blues and contemporary. At this point I'm enjoying playing and singing in my church choir and worship team as well as teaching my two kids the joys of music. I hope you truly enjoy the joy of learning music whether it be through me or another teacher.

*** Lesson Details ***As a teacher I require all students to set time aside to practice. For without it, it is only wasting your time, your money and my time. I don't expect a total dedication to it but I do want to see some effort put into it. A little practice can go a long way and the more you do it, the faster you will progress and the more you will enjoy it. We will first start off with what you want out of music and the level you are at and go from there. Student can bring their own music either thru tabs, music sheet or just by ear but one thing I do expect is a student to learn how to read music notation. We will go thru the regular warm up exercises, material practiced during the week and any new music for the following week. Correct techniques in how to hold your instrument or voice procedures will be addressed. Music theory will also be part of the lesson as well as ear training. At the end of either 3 to 6 months you will have learned the basics of music and will be playing songs for you or someone else to enjoy. I will make it a total relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere but some dedication has to put on the students' part.

*** Travel Equipment ***I provide my own instrument. I can also provide music stand, small amplifier if needed and music material for the first few lesson until student provides for him/her self. Student must have own instrument.

*** Specialties ***My way of teaching would have to be that they must learn how to read music while learning how to play an instrument.

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Reviews

Sergio July 15, 2017·Singing·In studio

Very helpful. Most of all very calm and patient.

Bill W. April 14, 2017·Singing·In home

Omar is helping me with what I wanted to do. That makes him the best.

Bill March 31, 2017·Singing·In studio

I thought the lesson went well, I have never taken lessons before therefore have nothing to compare to. I felt I got what I had expected out of the first lesson. Looking foreword to the next.

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Omar G.

Riverside, CA 92503

(23)

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About Christopher M.

Become the guitar player you've always wanted to be! Learn to play along to your favorite songs, how to figure out your favorite songs, how to solo in ANY genre and ANY key, how to use modes, construct any chord arpeggiate/sweep, write your own songs, music theory, ear training, reading music and more!

About Christopher

My name is Chris and I am a professional guitar player. I have been teaching sense 2008 now and sharing the joy of music with others has become a passion of mine. I started playing the piano at the age of five, the trumpet at nine and the guitar at thirteen. Over the years I have also learned to play the drums, bass, harmonica as well as how to sing. I studied at L.A. Music Academy as well as Musicians Institute. I am currently in two bands and putting together a third. I do session work for other artists and have played the National Anthem for a profession football team.

*** Lesson Details ***When taking lessons from me there are many things my students can expect. First and most importantly it will be fun! Music is supposed to be fun and expressive so why make it boring and repetitive? For each student that I have I make a custom

curriculum just for them based on their musical desires, strengths and weaknesses so I can help them become the best player that they can be. Each lessons will be a balance of learning new technique and theory and applying them in songs that excite and inspire. Things such as: music theory, ear and harmony training, single string technique, sight and cord chart reading, cord structure, song writing, tone shaping, guitar maintenance and playing live will be covered with students as they advance. Feed back is always welcome and appreciated. This is your lesson, let's make sure you get the most out of it.

Christopher M.

Christopher M.

About Jacob P.

About Jacob

Biography Jacob was born and raised in Palm Springs; California. Growing up with parents who had very different musical backgrounds, which led him to want to live in world full of music. At the age 10, he picked up his first guitar and began to take his first piano lessons and a year later then picking up the first pair of drumsticks. He developed a self-taught technique for drum set, while being mentored by his older brother, Sean, (endorsed by Aquarian Drumheads, and former student of LA Music Academy and University of Oregon) traditional jazz artist, Allen Goodman. (Goodman has performed with many famous jazz artists in his during his drumming career and was mentored by Buddy Rich. He wrote the intro to the George of the Jungle cartoon series, and is now playing with many jazz artists at Vickys of Santa Fe in Indian Wells, California

, with the Desert Cities Jazz Band) Gregory Whitmore, Band Director at Cathedral City High School, has also been a mentor to Jacob.

In 2009, he performed Ron Nelsons Danza Capriccio with the Cathedral City High School Symphonic Band and world renowned saxophonist Kenneth Tse at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. That event was followed by a performance tour of the United Kingdom with the Cathedral City High School Symphonic Band.

In 2011, he ventured off to France and Germany with the CCHS symphonic band for his second performance tour with the group. Playing at many venues including, Heidelberg Castle in Germany and Chateau Vaux-le-Vicomte, outside of Paris, France. He has been on national television performing at the Pacific Life Holiday Bowl in 2007 and in the Hollywood Christmas parade in 2010 with the CCHS Marching Band. He has performed with various groups within the community throughout the years.

In 2012, began studies at the Art Institute of California Inland Empire studying Audio Engineering and received his Bachelor's of Science in the subject in December of 2015. During the time of his undergraduate studies, Jacob was working with various local artists at local venues around the Inland Empire and Los Angeles. Eventually joining the band, "Eva and the Vagabonds" in 2015 and worked on the recently released EP as a recording and mastering engineer. With the band he has played at Dreamworks, SOKA university, American Parlor Songbook, and DVAC. Now, Jacob attends Cal State San Bernardino studying for a teaching credential in Career and Technical Education. As well, Jacob now works on American Parlor Songbook on NPR as an audio engineer, working with various actors, comedians, and artists from LA and all of over the United States.

Jacob P.

Jacob P.

About Michael H.

NOW is the time to take your playing to the Next Level. I can help you play your favorite songs on guitar!

I have been performing all over the OC and LA as well as recording music since the age of 14! Being that I am a younger teacher I can connect more with my younger students on a more personal level as well as posses an open mind with a willingness to better myself as a musician.

I strive to make each lesson exciting and personable, which is something that you wouldn't find in trying to teach yourself by looking up information independently online.

About Michael

Hello! I am currently a student at Cal State Fullerton and also a musician with performing and recording experience since the age of 14.

I have played in restaurants, weddings, bars and other venues all around Orange County and LA as a lead guitarist, rhythm guitarist, and bassist. The music that I specialize in playing are mostly acoustic, Pop, alternative rock, R&B, and hard rock. I like to song write and record my own music as well and therefore have acquired a strong attention to detail and solid work ethic to achieve my desired results.

I believe in creating a positive and exciting work environment where we can have you develop at your own pace in an effective and productive way. A great teacher is one that customizes their lesson to fit the student's individual needs while making the lesson effectively educational and creativ

ely fun!

Being that I am one of the younger guitar teachers out there, I am able to better relate to younger students on a more personal level and possess an energetic teaching style and willingness to better myself as a teacher and musician just as much as my student.

I look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions you may have!

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Reviews

Jason July 26, 2017·Acoustic Guitar·In studio

Michael is a great instructor especially for young guitar players who are just learning to play. Michael was able to get Ethan excited about learning about music and practicing the guitar. Great followup, feedback, and professional beyond his years. Highly recommend!

Scott February 1, 2017·Acoustic Guitar·In home

Michael is a talented person with a friendly personality and great work ethic! He made sure to tailor his lesson to my needs and get me motivated about what is to come next. He will be a great teacher for students of all ages.

Michael H.

Michael H.

About John V.

Experienced teacher of five years that works great with all ages. As a touring musician, signed songwriter (Kobalt music) and former Interscope artist I can help you get to where you want to be.

Whether thats playing your favorite songs or learning to write and record your own music? I will help you build a solid foundation of music theory and technique while tailoring to your personal tastes and goals. We can write, demo and even record a full original song. Message me and we can see if we'd be a good fit.

About John

A touring musician for the past five years, I now produce, write and record music as well as teach for Ontario Montclair School district.

Patient and always willing to help, I'm the right fit for someone who wants to learn the basics or challenge themselves in a positive and motivational atmosphere.

As a former Interscope/Cherrytree artist and current Kobalt publishing writer I enjoys all aspects of creating, producing, and teaching music. Leading vocals and playing guitar in my band Max and the Moon, I have received praise and radio play from KROQ, KCRW, Alt 98.7 and a handful of alternative radio stations along the west coast. I’ve toured with the likes of Tove Lo, RAC, The Psychedelic Furs, The Mowgli's, Sir Sly, and Zella Day all across the United States.

John V.

John V.

About Katey W.

Whether you want to rock out in a band or strum by the campfire, we can make a plan that works best for you. You'll learn the basics (theory & physicality) and then we'll build from there.

About Katey

I graduated from a small, liberal arts university with a degree in music, focus in vocal performance. I sing classical, opera, jazz, pop, and rock. I have performed at Lincoln Center in New York, the Vatican in Rome, and Disneyland with Dick Van Dyke! I've worked with kids for 10+ years and taught private lessons for adults while in San Francisco for 6 years. I also teach and play piano, guitar, ukulele, and clarinet. In my free time, I write music with my guitar and ukulele, mostly about social justice and my kitty, Rumble. PLEASE NOTE: I do not have a piano at my studio. I have a keyboard but, if you are a piano student, I recommend meeting at a location with a piano.

Don't let money hold you or your child back from learning an instrument. Please reach out to me if you would like a sliding scale fee.

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Reviews

Hongfei January 27, 2018·Acoustic Guitar·In studio

Katey is definitely a wonderful teacher. She is very patient and professional. I'm just a beginner of guitar but still fell very comfortable for me to learn from her.

Summer October 23, 2017·Singing·In home

She works very well with my 6 year old granddaughter.

Eileen October 9, 2017·Ukulele·In home

Great first lesson. Just what I needed!

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Katey W.

Riverside, CA 92507

(17)

starting at

$42
/ 30-min

About Zheng Z.

My guitar lesson is more about how to improvise and create your own music on the instrument. I will teach students all the different scales and how to apply them in different chords progressions and in different genres of music. My goal is to let students improvise comfortably and freely after taking my class and they will be able to make something original.

About Zheng

I'm a guitar teacher and a song writer. My teaching goal is let students be able to create their own music and truly master their instruments. I speak English and mandarin.

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Zheng Z.

Claremont, CA 91711

starting at

$30
/ 30-min

About Travis C.

Want to play your favorite songs? Interested in learning to write your own music? I will help you build a solid foundation of music theory and technique while tailoring to your personal tastes and goals. Shoot me a message to see if we're a good match!

About Travis

I'm a professional lead guitarist and I currently play in 3 bands. One of which is signed to a record deal. I spent much of the past 5 years touring, writing and recording for my bands and with internationally known artists/celebrities and Grammy award winners. I have a very laid back teaching style you will learn what you want to learn at your own pace my goal is to give you all the tools you need to become the musician that you want to be.

I can teach most genres like rock, blues, metal, funk etc. but I would be a great fit for anyone trying to play odd meters, math rock or any two handed tapping techniques, improvise solos or even rnb/soul.

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"My son has been going to see Frank for over a year now. Frank is awesome teacher and my son has made very good progress. I feel Frank challenges him, and

is very patient. He explores different styles of music with him and is open to songs my son wants to play. He has a very laid back personality that is easy to get along with.Since we go to his studio, and I sit in on the lessons I feel I have learned a lot just by listening. I hear songs played in a different way. I love that my son loves the lessons and has stayed exited to play guitar and I think that is because of Frank."

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"always teaches with passion and patience!!!!"

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Review by Benjamin

"At 40, I decided to try my hand at guitar, though I had never before played any instrument ever. A couple years later, I have a wonderful hobby that brin

gs me hours of joy. Since my son took lessons too, we have something to do together.

And it's all thanks to Luke. He's patient, thorough, and his lessons make sense. My son and I think he's terrific."

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"great as always and patient"

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"Chris was professional. He was able to ascertain the types of music my daughter likes. He also praised her for her efforts. Thank you Chris for taking the

time with my daughter to help her fulfill one of her goals."

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